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Vintage 1950s Karoff "Fold-Away" Expandable Wood Buffet & Charcuterie Server
Add a brilliant piece of Mid-Century Modern entertaining history to your home with this vintage 1950s Karoff Fold-Away wooden buffet serving tray!
Perfect for the modern host, this ingenious piece features a cantilever accordion mechanism that smoothly expands to reveal beautifully carved, tiered compartments. Originally marketed in the 1950s as the ultimate space-saving buffet server, it is the absolute perfect statement piece for serving charcuterie, nuts, olives, and appetizers at your next gathering.
Key Features:
- Maker: Karoff (Stamped "Crafted in... Japan" with a partial original foil importer sticker).
- Design: 3-tier expandable cantilever mechanism with custom-carved serving wells.
- Hardware & Accents: Sturdy brass-toned metal accordion hinges and striking black side handles featuring stylish gold-tone textured wrapping.
Measurements (Approximate):
- Length (Closed): 14 inches (handle to handle)
- Length (Fully Expanded): 27.5 inches
- Width: 7.5 inches
- Height: 4.5 inches
Condition:
- This piece is in great vintage condition with gorgeous wood grain!
- The accordion hinge mechanism pulls out smoothly, and the box sits completely flush when closed. As a true 1950s item, it shows normal signs of previous love and use, including standard minor surface wear/scuffs on the top and a lovely vintage patina on the metal hardware.
- It is clean and free of any vintage odors.
This is perfect for Thanksgiving, Christmas, Hanukkah or any of the upcoming holidays this season. A charming piece that is sure to garner some attention at your holiday party!
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